[DMANET] PhD Position in Operations Research at University of Kaiserslautern

The Department of Business Studies and Economics of the University of Kaiserslautern, is recruiting a

Research Assistant (f/m/d) - PhD student

The initial contract is for 30 months (starting as soon as possible) with the option to be extended. You will be working at the Chair of Logistics (https://logistik.wiwi.uni-kl.de/) which applies and develops Operations Research models and methods for the analysis and solution of questions arising in transportation and logistics.

Required qualifications:
* Master degree (or equivalent) in mathematics, computer science, or industrial engineering possibly in combination with studies in management and economics, or any other related quantitative field
* Thesis written in Operations Research or in a closely related field
* Profound knowledge in discrete optimization and in the development of algorithms, in particular the implementation of Operations Research methods (e.g., in C, C++ or Java)
* Proficiency in written and spoken English
* At least basic language skills in German or the willingness to learn German
* The competence to explain complex facts in an understandable way
* The ability to work independently as well as in a team
* Experience in teaching, e.g., as a research assistant during studies is very welcome

We offer:
* The possibility to be actively involved in the design of the research and teaching activities of the chair
* The possibility to collaborate in a fascinating DFG-funded project (SPPRC: Shortest Path Problems with Resource Constraints, see also https://gepris.dfg.de/gepris/projekt/418727865)
* An open atmosphere in a young and highly motivated team, and a well-equipped workplace
* The possibility of attending international scientific workshops and conferences
* The payment is based on the German state employee's salary scale (E 13 TV-L, 75%, possibility of an extension to 100%)

The University of Kaiserslautern is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply. Disabled applicants with adequate qualification will be given preferential treatment.

To apply, please email your application including cover letter, CV, research interests, copies of certificates and job references, and an electronic copy of your master thesis as soon as possible to

Prof. Dr. Timo Gschwind
E-Mail: gschwind@wiwi.uni-kl.de<mailto:gschwind@wiwi.uni-kl.de>

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, please apply by January 15, 2022. For further information please contact Prof. Dr. Timo Gschwind.

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